Section 28 of the Local Government Act 1988 was enacted under the government of Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, primarily as a response to rising LGBTQ+ activism. It stipulated that a local authority should not 'promote homosexuality' or 'teach in any maintained school the acceptability of homosexuality as a pretended family relationship.' This clause was widely criticized for stifling the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals and preventing proper education about sexual orientation in schools. The sustained pressure from activists, particularly during the late 1990s and early 2000s, contributed to a growing public discourse around equality and human rights for LGBTQ+ communities. On June 21, 2000, the Scottish Parliament, newly established in 1999, voted to repeal this controversial legislation. The debate was vigorous, reflecting a shift in public opinion and a commitment from many Scottish politicians to promote equality. With 99 votes in favor and only 17 against, the successful repeal represented both a political victory and a beacon of hope for LGBTQ+ rights in Scotland, signaling greater acceptance and the ambition to build an inclusive society.